جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Oral Surgery
• Dentistry
• Medical Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gordon John serves as Senior Consultant at the Department of Oral Surgery and Admissions within the Faculty of Medicine at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU). His role uniquely bridges clinical practice and medical education, specializing in hands-on surgical training through innovative formats like the 'Schweinekieferkurs' (pig jaw course) for tooth extractions and suturing. His expertise centers on Oral Surgery , Dentistry , and Medical Education , with emphasis on sensory-based learning where students internalize visual, olfactory, and tactile surgical cues through direct patient interaction. Dr. John champions experiential training over theoretical instruction alone, recognizing that 'experiencing firsthand is essential' for surgical competence. Recognized through multiple nominations for the Medical Teaching Award (including 2021), his student-centered approach features: Flexible pandemic adaptations using MS Teams while preserving in-person practicals Informal student interactions to reduce procedural anxiety Integration of patient communication as core surgical skill Dr. John actively mentors students in clinical settings, focusing on building confidence through psychological safety nets during high-stress procedures. His current initiatives target surgical education infrastructure improvements, particularly live procedure broadcasting and operating room screen installations to enhance observational learning capacity.

Biljana Božinovskiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Terminology
• LSP (Language for Specific Purposes)
• Bilingual Terminography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Biljana Božinovski is a Senior Lecturer of English at the Faculty of Tourism, University of Maribor. She holds a PhD in Linguistics with a focus on Slovene-English financial terminology and a BA in Modern English Language. With over a decade of professional experience as a corporate translator before entering academia, she brings practical industry knowledge to her teaching and research. Her research primarily focuses on LSP (Language for Specific Purposes) and terminology, with special emphasis on financial and tourism terminology from a Slovene-English contrastive perspective. She has developed expertise in electronic bilingual terminography, corpora-based terminology analysis, terminology management, and contrastive linguistics. Recently, she has expanded her interests to include sustainable tourism terminology and stakeholder involvement in destination development. Dr. Božinovski has published research on LSP dictionaries, including a model online Slovene-English dictionary of stock market terminology that organizes terminology according to concept systems and suggests preferred terms. Her publications span from financial terminology analysis to tourism language resources, showing an evolution from finance-focused research to broader tourism applications. PhD in Linguistics specialized in Slovene-English financial terminology Professional translator license (DZTPS) ECQA certified professional terminologist Trados Studio certified translator As an educator, Dr. Božinovski employs flipped learning methodology to maximize classroom effectiveness. She teaches various English for Tourism courses, History of Europe for Tourism, Wine Tourism, and Casino Tourism. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes connecting language skills to students' future careers and helping them develop their vision for the future of tourism. She maintains an active professional translation business alongside her academic work, ensuring her teaching remains grounded in current industry practices.

Francis Chanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Clinical Informatics
• Pediatric Pharmacology
• Neonatal Medicine
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Francis Chan serves as Chair of Pediatrics and Associate Professor in both the General Pediatrics Division and Department of Medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. His leadership spans clinical, academic, and administrative domains with concurrent appointments as Service Chief for Pediatric Medicine and Associate Medical Director for Clinical Informatics. MD, Loma Linda University (1994) BBA, Loma Linda University (1990) Dr. Chan's research integrates clinical pediatrics with health informatics, focusing on three synergistic domains : 1) Optimizing electronic health records for neonatal genomic diagnostics, 2) Developing precision dosing models for anticoagulants in special pediatric populations, and 3) Redesigning radiology reporting systems through multi-stakeholder quality improvement. His work consistently translates informatics innovations into bedside care through Epic EHR implementations and national collaborative networks. His recent publications (2021-2025) reveal a strategic shift toward real-world data utilization , with increasing emphasis on physiologically-based pharmacokinetic modeling and multi-institutional quality frameworks. The research portfolio demonstrates strong continuity in clinical informatics while expanding into specialized pharmacology applications for complex pediatric cases. As an active leader in national organizations, Dr. Chan contributes to healthcare policy through key roles: Liaison between AAP Sections on Advances in Therapeutics and Clinical Information Technology (2017-Present) Steering Committee Member, Epic Systems Pediatric Primary Care (2019-Present) Member, American Medical Informatics Association (2014-Present) His grant portfolio demonstrates successful acquisition of both federal (NIH) and institutional funding for pragmatic clinical research. Current leadership of the Duke University Pediatric Trial Network subproject and LLU Pediatrics Residual Research grant reflects sustained research productivity. Dr. Chan's unique value lies in bridging clinical pediatrics with health IT infrastructure development, particularly through Epic EHR optimization projects that directly impact diagnostic speed and medication safety.

Swantje Duthweilerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Landscape Architecture
• Plant Use
• Urban Greening
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Swantje Duthweiler is a distinguished academic at Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences, serving in the Faculty of Landscape Architecture where she holds the Professorship of Plant Use since November 2009. She also maintains an active professional practice through her landscape architecture firm Duthweiler + Partner. Professor Duthweiler holds significant leadership roles including as Chairwoman of Bund Deutscher Landschaftsarchitekten (bdla) Bayern and as a member of the German Dendrological Society Council. Her research focuses on vegetation concepts for urban renewal, dynamic planting concepts with trees and perennials, and historical plant use. Professor Duthweiler's work examines how site-specific, spatial, aesthetic, and maintenance-related factors influence plant selection and planting schemes. Her recent publications demonstrate expertise in urban greening with recycled materials, stress-resistant species for urban infrastructure, and phytoremediation techniques. Professor Duthweiler's publication record shows consistent output of high-impact research, with particular emphasis on addressing climate change challenges in urban landscapes. Her work on engineered substrates incorporating recycled construction materials has demonstrated significant improvements in urban tree performance under drought conditions. German Garden Book Prize 2012 Advancement Award of the German Dendrological Society (1996) As an educator, Professor Duthweiler teaches multiple core and elective modules covering botany, plant use, and planting planning. She oversees the teaching and experimental garden which provides students with hands-on experience in landscape architecture. Her doctoral students Laura Stratopoulos and Jutta Curtius reflect her commitment to advanced research supervision. Professor Duthweiler leads several active research projects including studies on green roof experiments and development of heat- and drought-resistant planting concepts for urban environments. Her work bridges academic research with practical application through her professional landscape architecture practice and extensive industry connections.

Héctor Gibrán Ceballos-Cancinoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Network Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Process Mining
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Héctor Gibrán Ceballos-Cancino serves as Director of the Living Lab & Data Hub of the Institute for the Future of Education (IFE) at Tecnologico de Monterrey and is a full-time faculty member of the Computer Science Graduate Program (DCC). Previously, he led the Scientometrics office at the Research Vice-Rectory of Tecnologico de Monterrey for 18 years, establishing himself as a key figure in research evaluation at the institution. His educational background includes: Computer Systems Engineer from Instituto Tecnológico De Veracruz Master of Science with specialization in Intelligent Systems from Tecnologico de Monterrey PhD in Information Technology and Communications from Tecnologico de Monterrey (2010) Dr. Ceballos-Cancino's research program bridges artificial intelligence with practical applications in education and organizational contexts. His work spans Social Network Analysis, Machine Learning, Process Mining and Agent theory, applied specifically to Research Analytics and Educational Data Mining. He has developed significant expertise in applying AI techniques to solve real-world problems across multiple domains, with particular focus on educational improvement and research evaluation. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward quantum machine learning applications for education, learning analytics in Latin American contexts, and sophisticated student success prediction models. His work demonstrates consistent innovation in applying advanced computational techniques to educational challenges, while also maintaining strong contributions to scientometrics and building technology applications. His scientific recognition includes: Premio Tecnos 2023 conferred by Gobierno de Nuevo León Mexican Researcher Certification - Level 1 Member of the Mexican National System of Researchers (SNI) Adherent member of the Mexican Academy on Computing (AMEXCOMP) Dr. Ceballos-Cancino has supervised thesis work as evidenced by his teaching activity in 'Design of Intelligent Agents Thesis II.' His research has been supported by institutional initiatives at Tecnologico de Monterrey, including predictive analytics platforms for public administration evaluation. He has also provided expert consulting services for banks and IT companies, and promoted Semantic Web technologies adoption across multiple sectors. As Director of the Living Lab & Data Hub, he leads initiatives focused on 'Engaging and Motivating Learning Models,' connecting his technical expertise with educational innovation. His work aligns with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Quality Education (SDG 4) and Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9), demonstrating his commitment to technology for social impact.

Lubomir Ivanovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Authorship Attribution
• Virtual Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lubomir Ivanov is a Professor of Computer Science and current Chair of the Computer Science Department at Iona University, where he also serves as Game Development Coordinator and primary contact for all undergraduate programs. He joined Iona in 1999 after completing his academic training at Stevens Institute of Technology and has established himself as a versatile educator teaching courses ranging from computer architecture to virtual reality development. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Stevens Institute of Technology M.S. in Computer Science, Stevens Institute of Technology B.S. in Computer Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology Dr. Ivanov's research demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary breadth, with dual pillars in Natural Language Processing and Applied Virtual Reality . His NLP work pioneers authorship attribution techniques using linguistic features from phonetic patterns (alliteration, assonance) to semantic dimensions (abstractness/concreteness), particularly for historical texts like Thomas Paine's writings. Simultaneously, his VR research creates impactful educational tools, including anti-bullying simulators with facial-expression recognition and mental health applications for non-suicidal self-injury assistance, reflecting strong collaborations with psychology departments. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2016-2024) reveals an evolving trajectory: early work focused on phonetic features for authorship analysis, progressively incorporating semantic and sentiment features, while his VR research matured from basic environments to sophisticated systems integrating real-time facial recognition and user experience optimization. Both strands consistently address real-world problems through computational methods. Scientific Awards: None mentioned in source material. Dr. Ivanov actively mentors students on research projects including the 'Bully' virtual environment and NSSI assistance software, securing collaborative grants with psychology departments. His leadership extends to university governance through the Faculty Senate and previous department chairmanship (2006-2009), alongside curriculum development for game development courses targeting non-CS majors. He directs a cross-disciplinary research ecosystem centered on the Game Development concentration, integrating computer science with education and psychology to create socially impactful technologies through ongoing VR and NLP innovation.

• Cannabis Cultivation
• Horticulture Technology
• Plant Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrew Barton is a Lecturer (10-Month) and Program Coordinator for the Cannabis Production and Management Certificate Program at Farmingdale State College. His academic background includes an M.S. in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus (2021) and a B.S. in Plant Science - Horticulture and Crop Production from the University of Maryland, College Park (2018). Research Focus: Prof. Barton specializes in cannabis cultivation science with emphasis on: Advanced agricultural technologies and data-driven optimization Vertical farming systems and greenhouse operations Cannabinoid and terpene extraction for medicinal applications Post-harvest processing including drying, curing, and product formulation Industrial-scale cultivation management from propagation to retail Industry Expertise: With cannabis industry experience since 2013, his practical skills encompass cultivation management, research design, retail operations, product development, and agricultural technology implementation across multiple production environments.

Angelo Mark P Walagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemistry Education
• Game-Based Learning
• Environmental Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Angelo Mark P Walag is a faculty member in the Department of Science Education at University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines. His research spans multiple disciplines with a strong focus on innovative approaches to science education and environmental sustainability. Dr. Walag's primary research interests include chemistry education with emphasis on game-based learning methodologies, environmental science focusing on water quality analysis, and phytochemistry examining bioactive compounds in marine and terrestrial resources. His work demonstrates a consistent commitment to developing practical educational tools and addressing environmental challenges in the Philippine context. His publication record shows a significant focus on educational game development, with notable contributions including Chem-Okey for acid-base concepts and GamesBond for chemical bonding instruction. These tools have demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. His environmental research includes comprehensive studies on drinking water quality in Cagayan de Oro City and biodiversity assessment in urban university settings. Dr. Walag has published extensively in reputable journals across chemistry education, environmental science, and phytochemistry fields, with recent publications showing increasing interdisciplinary integration. His work often employs mixed-methods research designs that combine quantitative and qualitative approaches for comprehensive analysis. His scientific contributions include: Development of innovative educational games for chemistry instruction Research on water quality and trihalomethane formation in Philippine drinking water Systematic reviews of marine natural products as antioxidant sources Community-based environmental education and waste management projects Studies on drug rehabilitation programs in the Philippines Dr. Walag collaborates extensively with researchers across disciplines, particularly with Romeo M. Del Rosario. His community engagement work demonstrates a commitment to applying scientific knowledge to address local environmental and social challenges. His research program reflects a holistic approach to science education that connects classroom learning with real-world applications in environmental protection and resource sustainability.

Bjarni Gunnarssonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Algorithmic Composition
• Computer Music
• Sound Synthesis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Bjarni Gunnarsson is a composer and computer scientist from Iceland currently serving as faculty at the Institute of Sonology, Royal Conservatoire The Hague. He teaches algorithmic composition and computer music courses including Programming and Music 1, Programming and Music 2, and Composing with Algorithms. His academic work bridges the technical field of computer science with artistic composition practices. His educational background includes computer science studies at the University of Reykjavík and composition training with Gerard Pape, Trevor Wishart, Agostino Di Scipio, and Curtis Roads at CCMIX in Paris. He completed his master's degree in Sonology under the guidance of Paul Berg, Kees Tazelaar, and Richard Barrett. Gunnarsson's research focuses on the intersection of sound and computational processes, with particular interest in process-based sound, digital synthesis, and algorithmic composition. His work explores how sound emerges from interacting behaviors and the relationship between algorithms and musical behavior. He creates compositions that foreground behaviors, actions, and fuzzy materials, often developing systems where sound materials form, shift, and dissolve through interaction, memory, and transformation. His recent research projects demonstrate a trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated integration of computational methods in musical creation, with significant emphasis on live coding, persistent synthetic environments, database systems, and machine listening applications for sound synthesis. These projects reveal his consistent exploration of how computational processes can generate and transform sound in novel ways. Presented work at major international conferences including ICMC, ICLC, SMC, and xCoAx Performed at notable festivals such as Tectonics, Rewire, Today's Art, Sonar, and Présences Électroniques Music released on respected experimental labels including SUPERPANG, SØVN, 3LEAVES, Flag Day Recordings, Tartaruga, and Shipwrec Gunnarsson actively contributes to the academic community through teaching, research projects with the Lectorate Music group, and participation in the Joint Research Day events. His work demonstrates a sustained commitment to exploring the generative potential of sound through computational processes, creating environments where sound materials evolve through interaction with complex systems.

Tor Ivan Simonsenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Lignin Science
• Sustainable Materials
• Wood Protection
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tor Ivan Simonsen is a Translational Postdoc Researcher at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on sustainable materials development, particularly in the area of lignin-based technologies for wood protection and biofuels. As co-inventor and innovation lead of the LignoSolve technology, he bridges academic research with industrial applications to create high-performance, eco-friendly materials for outdoor applications. Dr. Simonsen's educational background includes: PhD in Wood Science from the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management (awarded October 10, 2024), with dissertation titled "Lignin-Alcohol Dispersions: A Promising Marine Biofuel" Master's degree in Biology Biotechnology from the University of Copenhagen (awarded September 22, 2017), with thesis on "Light-driven enzymatic oxidation of polysaccharides - Light response and oxygen species" Dr. Simonsen's research interests center on sustainable materials science with a particular focus on lignin applications. He is passionate about bridging academia and industry to create high-performance materials for outdoor applications. His work spans wood science, biorefining, biofuels, and sustainable materials engineering. As a lignin scientist, he specializes in impregnating wood with lignin to enhance its natural resistance to fungal decay. His current research focus involves developing entrepreneurial skills through Spin-Outs Denmark and paving the way for a successful spinout of LignoSolve technology. Analysis of Dr. Simonsen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on lignin-based technologies across multiple applications. His work spans wood protection, biofuel development, and sustainable materials engineering. Key themes include lignin-alcohol dispersions as marine biofuels, lignin impregnation for wood preservation, and optimization of lignin extraction and processing methods. His research demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration across chemistry, materials science, and engineering to develop practical, sustainable solutions for industry applications. Dr. Simonsen has received recognition for his research contributions: Best oral presentation award (December 1, 2022) Best poster award (November 30, 2023) As innovation lead for LignoSolve technology, Dr. Simonsen is actively translating academic research into commercial applications. He is developing entrepreneurial skills through Spin-Outs Denmark to facilitate the successful spinout of LignoSolve. His work has attracted media attention, with three press/media contributions covering sustainable shipping fuels and eco-friendly wood protection. His research has been referenced in policy sources and has garnered attention from researchers worldwide as indicated by Mendeley reader statistics. Dr. Simonsen is part of the Forest and Bioresources research group within the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management. His collaborative network spans multiple institutions and countries, focusing on advancing lignin-based technologies for sustainable applications. He is currently working to establish LignoSolve as an independent venture to bring these innovations to market.

Danay Carrillo Nievesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Agri-food waste valorization
• Circular economy
• Bioremediation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Danay Carrillo Nieves is a Research Professor at Tecnológico de Monterrey's School of Engineering and Sciences with over 18 years of academic experience specializing in agri-food waste valorization and sustainable production systems. Her work bridges food science, environmental engineering, and circular economy principles through innovative bioremediation and biomass conversion approaches. Education: Chemical Engineer, Instituto Superior Politécnico José Antonio Echeverría Master in Process Analysis and Control, Instituto Superior Politécnico José Antonio Echeverría PhD in Food Science and Technology, Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila Her research focuses on transforming agricultural and industrial waste streams into high-value products through biotechnological processes. Key areas include Sargassum seaweed valorization for UV-protective compounds and biofuels, microalgal bioremediation of livestock wastewater, and development of functional foods from food processing byproducts. Her work demonstrates strong integration of environmental sustainability with industrial applications. Recent publications reveal an increasing emphasis on marine biomass (particularly Sargassum) for circular economy applications, with significant contributions to biorefinery design, techno-economic assessments, and sustainable extraction methods. The research shows consistent interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental science, food engineering, and materials science domains. Scientific Recognition: Premio Internacional Academia de Ciencias de Cuba (2018) Título de Oro engineering award for academic excellence (2006) Mexican Researcher Certification - Level 1 As an educator, she supervises doctoral research and develops innovative teaching strategies including problem-based learning for climate change education. Her work aligns with 12 UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Zero Hunger, Responsible Consumption, and Climate Action. She maintains active research collaborations reflected in 33 publications over the last decade and significant Mendeley readership across multiple publications.

• Cybersecurity
• Cloud/Edge Computing
• Mobile Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mengjun Xie serves as Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC), holding dual distinguished titles as Guerry Professor and UC Foundation Professor. He directs the UTC InfoSec Center, a hub for cybersecurity research and education, and teaches advanced courses including Algorithm Analysis, Network Security, and Software Engineering. His leadership spans departmental administration, curriculum development, and strategic initiatives in computer science education. Education: PhD in Computer Science, College of William and Mary, 2010 (Supporting Areas: Cybersecurity) Dr. Xie's research spans Cybersecurity, Cloud/Edge Computing, Mobile Computing, Social Network Analysis, Big Data Analytics, and Computer Education. His work focuses on practical security solutions for IoT systems through knowledge graph applications, remote live forensics for Android devices, and blockchain-based IoT platforms. He pioneers educational tools for hands-on cybersecurity training, emphasizing privacy technologies and cloud-based lab development. His publications demonstrate consistent innovation at the intersection of theoretical research and real-world implementation. Recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a strong trend toward knowledge graph applications in cybersecurity, particularly for IoT forensics and log anomaly detection. His research bridges cloud security challenges with educational outreach, evidenced by developments like ForensiQ for IoT forensics and hands-on lab materials for privacy education. This dual focus on cutting-edge security research and pedagogical innovation defines his scholarly impact. Dr. Xie actively mentors students through thesis and dissertation supervision and serves as Faculty Advisor for UTC MocSec Cyber Defense since 2018. His service portfolio includes: Faculty Member, UTC Quantum Initiative (2022-Present) Committee Member, UTC Faculty Senate (2020-2024) Project Supervisor, UTC Employee COVID-19 Self-Check Application (2020-2021) Committee Chair, UTC CAE-CD Re-designation Committee (2022-2023) Committee Member, CECS Outreach and Research Committee (2023-2025) As Director of the InfoSec Center , he leads a multidisciplinary team advancing cybersecurity research, education, and community engagement through the CAE-CD program, industry partnerships, and national collaborations including NSA-sponsored initiatives.